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Im 20 and im having hot flashes at least 3 times a day, they only last a few seconds. can i stop them?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Exam: Get a thorough exam and have your thyroid and metabolic panels checked.

Answered 5/5/2016

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A member asked:

Im 20 and im having hot flashes at least 3 times a day, they only last a few seconds. can i stop them?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

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